Co-Facilitator: The Firefighter Focused Peer Support Workshops
Peer Support Specialist

Bob began firefighting in his hometown of Uxbridge in 1998, where he was a very active and respected firefighter.

In 2014, Bob was diagnosed with Cumulative PTSD. Deemed to have met “maximum rehabilitation” he is unable to return to the Firehall but continues to work full-time as a Manager of Parks Development and Operations.

With treatment, his PTSD has been stable since January 2017.

Bob feels strongly about educating others and giving back. When he was struggling, it was peer support that helped guide him to a safe and healthy place. His peer support came from people and places that he never expected.

Bob’s stability came from building the right support team, finding tools that worked for him, and understanding he wasn’t in the fight alone. “The Call” is a documentary about Bob and his journey with PTSD.

Bob enjoys working with people and loves a challenge. He is actively involved in his community.

Bob was presented with an “Ontario Volunteer Service Award – 10+ year service” (2016), as a founding member of the Bonner Boys Community Club.

In 2017, he helped build a team providing peer support for first responders in his community. He has become an advocate for educating first responders and their families on PTSD and Operational stress.

An honoured member of the P.A.T.S.S. team, Bob openly shares his experience with others.
In his spare time, Bob enjoys cruising in his car, home improvement, baseball, hockey, and spending time with his family.